Our team has compiled a list of the main grants and funding programs currently available for new and growing businesses in Ontario—especially those located in Guelph and surrounding areas. Whether you’re starting out, expanding, going digital, or identifying as a women-led or youth-led business, there are valuable resources and financial support available to help you grow. Many of our business clients have benefited from these programs, and you can too! Here are some of the most relevant grants and supports you should consider.

1. Starter Company Plus (via Business Centre Guelph‑Wellington)

· For recently launched or expanding small businesses located in Guelph/Wellington.

· Provides up to $5,000 in grant funding, plus business training, mentorship, and advisor support.

· Next intake: Aug 1–Sept 19, 2025, with program starting Oct 22, 2025.

2. Canada Digital Adoption Program (CDAP) – Grow Your Business Online

· Offers a $2,400 micro-grant to help SMEs build or upgrade their digital tools—e‑commerce, cybersecurity, CRM, etc.

· Delivered locally through the Guelph Chamber, who assist with applications and connect recipients to approved digital advisors.

· Related Boost Your Business Technology stream (via QuickBooks): grants up to $15,000 for consulting + interest-free loans to implement the plan.

· Note: The $15,000 stream was oversubscribed and closed as of May 2024; $2,400 stream remains available until 2026.

3. Innovation Guelph Rhyze Up! Program (Women/Non-binary‑Led Businesses)

· Designed for women or non-binary-led-scaleups across Ontario.

· Offers mentorship, leadership coaching, and funding: $5,000–$10,000 cash plus in-kind support.

· Rolling intake;

4. PARO Centre Peer Lending Circles for Women

· Offers peer-to-peer microloans up to $5,000 for women entrepreneurs in Ontario.

· Includes training and networking alongside the loan.

5. DELIA Microloan Program

· Provides $15,000–$50,000 loans for >50% women‑owned for‑profit businesses in southern Ontario.

· Targets diverse, under-served women entrepreneurs

6. Startup Canada Women Entrepreneurship Fund

· Micro-grants of $4,000–$5,000 for women-led STEM startups across Canada.

7. Futurpreneur Canada Startup Program

· Offers loans up to $60,000, plus 2-year mentorship, aimed at entrepreneurs aged 18–39 across Canada.

· Inclusive of diverse and underrepresented groups.

If you are starting a business or need help with growing your current one, we are here for you! Get in contact today and let us help you with your financials!

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